Albacete head into Copa del Rey quarter-finals full of confidence after their shock elimination of Real Madrid, but we do not believe that they are capable of claiming yet another major scalp. As Barcelona recorded a routine 3-1 win over Elche at the weekend, our prediction leans toward a 3-1 away triumph. Albacete’s recent form is outstanding: they are unbeaten in five (DWWWW) and boast 1.67 points per game at home, scoring 1.67 goals per match in their own stadium. They’ve also kept clean sheets in 50% of their fixtures, but facing Barcelona’s attacking machinery is an entirely different challenge. Cedeno, Garcia, Lopez, Marin, and Pepe are all sidelined, significantly reducing depth against elite opposition.
The Catalan giants, meanwhile, come in strong despite doubts surrounding Raphinha and Jules Kounde. Hansi Flick’s side have won nine of their last ten matches and average a huge 3.7 goals per game overall. Their away record is equally impressive (2.33 goals scored per match, 83% win rate). With superior expected goals numbers (2.27 vs 1.41) and far tighter defensive metrics, the Catalans enter as heavy favourites. As always, a man to watch in the away team will be star winger Lamine Yamal.
Given the gap in quality between the two sides, Away Win seems like a sure bet. Additionally, Over 2.5 and Over 3.5 goals markets seem appealing as Barcea average 3.70 goals per game.
This Copa del Rey match will be played on Tuesday 3 February 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Albacete vs Barcelona prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Albacete 1 - 3 Barcelona
Albacete vs Barcelona Betting Tips
- Anytime Goalscorer: Robert Lewandowski @ 1/2 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Robert Lewandowski @ 11/4 Odds
- To be Booked: Javi Villar @ 7/4 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Barcelona -1.5 @ 21/40 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 13/8 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ 1/10 Odds
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View OfferAlbacete Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlddldwwww | 1.80 |
| Home | ldlwww | 1.67 |
| Away | wddw | 2.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.40 | 3.33 | 1.00 |
| Scored | 1.30 | 1.67 | 0.75 |
| Conceded | 1.10 | 1.67 | 0.25 |
| BTTS | 50% | 67% | 25% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 33% | 75% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Expected Goals | 1.41 | 1.37 | 1.47 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.48 | 1.61 | 1.30 |
Barcelona Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwwwlwwww | 2.70 |
| Home | wwww | 3.00 |
| Away | wwwlww | 2.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 90% | 100% | 83% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.70 | 4.50 | 3.17 |
| Scored | 2.90 | 3.75 | 2.33 |
| Conceded | 0.80 | 0.75 | 0.83 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 2.27 | 2.15 | 2.35 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.15 | 1.11 | 1.18 |
Albacete vs Barcelona Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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